The Spirit Catcher was a familiar implement in the traditional culture of the Northwest Coast. It was often a primary tool in the hands of the Shaman or Healer. In adopting the Spirit Catcher as its emblem, PAR-BC invokes the great shamanistic tradition, which most assuredly began the history of healing in British Columbia.

Purpose
The regulation in British Columbia of relations between the employer and employees through collective bargaining

Mission Statement
To advocate its members’ interests in contractual matters

To promote its members’ educational concerns

To foster its members’ personal well being

To ensure its members have the same rights and privileges when entering practice as established medical practitioners